OHS Boys Basketball Assistant Coach

Young World Physical Education; Othello (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring an OHS Boys Basketball Assistant Coach for the 2026-2027 school year in Othello, Washington. The role involves instructing players, organizing practice activities, and assessing player skills during competitions.

Candidate should possess a High School Diploma and prior basketball coaching or playing experience. A First Aid/CPR certification is required, along with the ability to meet the physical demands of the job.

Qualifications

• Experience in basketball coaching or playing preferred.
• First Aid/CPR card required.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role.

Responsibilities

• Instruct players in rules and techniques of basketball.
• Organize and direct practice activities.
• Assess and monitor players during competition and practice.

Skills

Coaching skills

Communication skills

Team management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

2026-2027 School Year

OHS Boys Basketball Assistant Coach

Essential Functions

• Instructs players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Organizes and directs individual and small group practice activities/exercises.
• Assesses players’ skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the Director of Athletics informed of all aspects of the team.
• Determines game strategy.
• Follows district procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Models excellent sportsmanship behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Distributes uniforms, supplies, and equipment to student-athletes.
• Participates in special activities, including banquet/award nights, and any other organized gatherings involving the team.
• Good communication skills with players and parents.
• Attends all trainings or meetings as required/requested by the Director of Athletics.

Physical Demands

• Physically able to lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Physically capable to demonstrate movements or plays to student-athletes, when applicable or necessary.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, crawl, lift, reach, pull, and climb as required to satisfactorily perform required duties.
• Ability to focus (adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus), see clearly at twenty (20) inches or less, and see clearly at twenty (20) feet or more.
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting and bending.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Previous coaching/playing experience in basketball (preferred).
• Must have First Aid/CPR card as per WIAA guidelines.
• OSD Type II Driver License Training may be required.
• Completed or will complete all WIAA trainings and requirements.

Equal Opportunity Information

The Othello School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

For information about nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint, please reach out to the Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator/Title IX Coordinator: Sandra Villarreal, 1025 S. 1st Ave, [phone], [e-mail], or the 504/ADA Coordinator: Heidi Wagner, 1025 S 1st Ave, [phone], [e-mail].